Country 6 acre homestead! Relax in this rural setting near McCauley Pond. Cozy 1-1/2 story bungalow with updated kitchen, refinished hardwood floors, and 1st floor primary bedroom/bath. Has a Cottage-like vibe with window seat, enclosed front porch, and walk-up stairs leading to a fully finished attic/upper level space with quaint dormers, nooks & crannies! Ceiling height is under 7ft, but is laid out as two bedrooms with closets…Hobby space? Studio? Visiting family or friends? You can accommodate! The full basement has exposed brick, thick beams, revealing the 1920s era construction of the original house. Bring your horse, grow your orchard, add a big pole building. All are possibilities here!
Est. $1,997 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1430 Sandbox Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2050338
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$380,000
$286/sq ft
Oct 11, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 10, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 6, 2026
Listed
$395,000
$297/sq ft
Sep 4, 2026
Coming Soon
$395,000
$297/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2029100
Apr 19, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Mar 5, 2025
Price Changed
$450,000
$338/sq ft
Feb 13, 2025
Price Changed
$465,000
$350/sq ft
Jul 22, 2024
Listed
$495,000
$372/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT2022794
Jan 22, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2023
Listed
$625,000
$470/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT188752
Dec 30, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Feb 6, 2007
Listed
$349,900
$263/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001094036
Sep 18, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Feb 6, 2007
Listed
$349,900
$263/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001088124
Feb 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Apr 13, 2006
Listed
$395,000
$297/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT199420
Jan 26, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Apr 13, 2006
Listed
$369,000
$277/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 9, 2004
Sold
$155,000
$117/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$826 (+0.3%)
$131,700 + $147,300
$279,000
2025
$824 (−21.7%)
$131,700 + $147,300
$279,000
2024
$1,051 (+48.5%)
$131,700 + $147,300
$279,000
2023
$708 (+2.3%)
$131,700 + $147,300
$279,000
2022
$692 (−1.7%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2021
$704 (−0.8%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2020
$709 (−0.5%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2019
$713 (−0.3%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2018
$715 (−1.0%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2017
$722 (+28.7%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2015
$561 (+2.9%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2012
$545 (−3.7%)
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
2011
$566
$12,600 + $18,900
$31,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,296
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
5-00-161.00-02-38.07-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
AC
Agricultural Conservation District
The purpose of the AC Agricultural Conservation District is to: Provide for a wide range of agricultural use and farm-related services while providing for low-density residential development in areas that are rural in character and where farming may not be the optimum land use activity; Foster environmentally sound development in areas of environmental concern; Allow for a variety of low-density planned residential and cluster developments in a rural setting; and Serve as a transitional/buffer zone between agricultural and residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Hunting Available, Level, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Rural, SideYard(s)
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $2,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,330
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $1
School Tax: $6
Tax Assessed Value: $2,300
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $8
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
150 Amps, Circuit Breakers
Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Gravity Sept Fld, On Site Septic
Cable TV Available
Water Source: Private, Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: MILFORD
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: McCauley Pond Rd
Directions: From Milford Harrington Rd, Sandbox Road is between Milford & the Houston turnoff. Head north on Sand Box Rd. Property on the left, before McCauley Pond Rd
Location Type: Rural
Road Responsibility: State
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,296
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 5-00-161.00-02-38.07-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School
Public 1-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi
5/10
Milford Central Academy
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
3/10
Milford Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
78% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Harrington, DE • 19952
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in Harrington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$323,000 – $391,000
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